"Longman Originals" is a series of graded readers in four stages. All the stories are original - that is to say, written especially for the series. Originated from the "Longman Structural Readers", the series aims to offer a stimulating range of modern stories, including detective stories, adventure and romance. A stage 4 reader, this volume tells the story of the Blue Mines, where something strange is happening. Strong men and fierce dogs guard the gates and there are stories of a secret tunnel. One man has already died trying to uncover the truth. How did he die and who killed him? Steve Malone is sent to investigate.